Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum

Bring our exceptional “future traditional craftworks” to fans of Japanese culture around the world.

WAZAGU

A select shop that carries traditional Japanese crafts and accessories with a modern twist.

BAN
Linen from Nara

Hand-spun linen in a new, modern style.

ISSOU
Chopsticks from Obama

Style and quality in the form of lacquer. Crafted in the same, traditional method used 400 years ago.

KYO-TO-TO
Embroidery Workshop

Embroidery fusing Kyoto traditional with Tokyo modern.

Ao
Hand-Painted Yuzen

"Nure-Egaki Yuzen" dyed T-shirts with the patterns painted while the fabric is wet.

Kazariya Ryo
Silver Accessories from Kyoto

Handmade silver accessories and ornaments from Kyoto that increase their charm with use.

Shiomidansen
Kyo Uchiwa Fans

Feel the cool breeze that has its origin in the one thousand years of Kyoto history with Kyo Uchiwa Fans.

Hakuchikudo
Kyo Sensu Fans

Traditional shop in Kyoto carrying an extensive lineup of Kyo Sensu Fans.

Misuya Needles

Needles and sewing tools created by master craftsmen using the same closely guarded techniques that have been employed since the Edo era.

Tamura Shugun-do
Hana Karuta Playing Cards

Hana Karuta is a traditional Japanese card game.

Tamura Shugun-Do
Hyakunin Isshu Playing Cards

Ogura Hyakunin Isshu is an anthology of superb poems from one hundred poets, originally created at the Ogura Sanso villa.

Banshuu Abacus

Each Banshuu abacus is carefully made from natural wood by master craftsmen.

Kurashi Tableware
Arita Porcelain

New style of Arita ware pursuing the potential of 21st century porcelain.

Isshiki Crepe
Tango Silk Crepes

"Light. Washable. No Wrinkles.
Our new Tango Crepe is durable and convenient."

Hagi Yaki

Simplicity and texture of earth. Ceramics prized for the tea ceremony.

Showen
Kyoto Braids

Kyoto braids are artworks with the strands producing beautiful patterns. There are approximately 40 basic braid varieties based on color use and pattern, and the total number of designs and variations exceeds 3,000.

Kutsuwa
Arima Bamboo Baskets

Baskets and containers are made by carefully bending and weaving bamboo in a variety of patterns.

Kinran Collar and Leash
Nishijin Weave

Kinran collars and leashes are made in Kyoto from Nishijin weave, the highest quality pure silk.

Arita-Yaki
Kaleidoscopes

A collaboration between the fantastic optical art of the kaleidoscope and 400-year tradition of Arita-Yaki.

Rakuchu Takaoka-Ya
Ojami Cushions

Please enjoy the superb comfort of Kyoto cushions made by master craftsmen.

Arita-Yaki
Fountain Pens

A collaboration between the 400-year tradition of Arita-Yaki and The Sailor Pen Co., Ltd.

Ranma Engraving

Japanese architectural technique that brings in light and lets wind pass through. It has the charm of delicate and detailed woodwork.

Mizuho Brush
Kumano Makeup Brushes

Makeup brushes created with care using traditional techniques. Mizuho's brushes are preferred by highly regarded professional makeup artists around the world.

Hokoro
Commemorative Newborn Brush

Commemorative brush made from your baby's first haircut.

Sanuki Bamboo Ittou Carving

Carved bamboo works made with ancient techniques that make use of the beauty and strength of bambooo.

Haibukiya Nishida Brush Shop
Arima Doll Brushes

A tiny doll pops out the top of this fun brush when you pick it up.

Kagawa Lacquerware

If you keep using Kagawa lacquerware, their character will deepen with the passing of time and the color tone unique to Kagawa lacquerware will become more and more apparent.

Marugame Uchiwa Fans

Cool and beautiful, these fans are superb whether held in the hand or used as decoration.

Masuya Masu Shop
Masu Containers

Masu containers that let you feel the warmth of wood and the sweet scent of cypress, with the simple shape that has a 1,300-year tradition.

Botaori Fabrics

Cool in summer, warm in winter. Pleasant feel with excellent breathability and moisture absorption. Durable fabric can be used for many years.

Sanuki Lanterns

Lanterns created using a traditional technique passed down from father to only one son. All stages of production, including some secret ones, are performed by a single craftsman.

Takayama Chasen
Tea Whisks

The "Chasen" is a utensil for whisking tea. These beautiful utensils are finely carved with some parts being even thinner than a piece of paper, and will entrance viewers as a work of art.

Shido Kiri Geta
Paulownia Sandals

Traditional Japanese sandals made with exquisite care from the finest quality paulownia wood.

Sanuki Norizome Dye

Unique Japanese dyeing method using the know-how and techniques passed down from generation to generation.

Kashiki-Gata Sweets Molds

Wooden mold used in making Japanese sweets. It is also popular today as an ornament for its simple beauty.

Edo Komon Dyed Fabrics

Edo Komon has its roots in the traditional samurai garb. Take a close look and you will find a breathtaking delicate pattern.

Edo Kiriko Glass

Glass craftwork that lets you enjoy various expressions of light and the changing of the seasons.

YOnoBI

New form of traditional arts and crafts that fit the modern lifestyle.

Takasaki Daruma Dolls

The "Daruma" is a symbol of good fortune. When you have a wish you want to come true, paint in one of the eyes. If the wish is granted, paint in the other eye.

Okaju
Kyoyuzen Dye

Creating stylish Japanese accessories with "Komon" and "Sarasa" patterns with a high perspective on Kyo Yuzen.

Kumano Brushes

Calligraphy brushes carefully created by expert craftsmen.

Ashi Hamono Knife Factory

Cutlery of Sakai, Japan, made with special care by expert craftsmen.

Hanabusa
Suruga Bamboo Ware

Bamboo ware crafted without losing the intrinsic delicate beauty of bamboo.

Hiyoshiya
Kyoto Style Japanese Umbrellas

Over one hundred years of tradition. Patronized brand of the head families of the tea ceremony, the Omotesenke and Urasenke.

JAPAN BRAND "FU-DE"
Kumano Brushes

Brushes with traditional craftsmanship that is ideal not only for drawing lines but also for writing like a pen.

Kiyomizu-Yaki

"Kyo-Yaki" or "Kiyomizu-Yaki" is a traditional craftwork of Kyoto that has a 1,200-year history.

Kunjyu-Do
Incense

Incense that lets you enjoy Japanese scents in various ways.

Kurikyu
Magewappa Cedar Containers

"Magewappa" is a traditional craft that is made from natural and straight cedar trees of Akita prefecture. Food tastes much better with these containers.

KYOTO PREMIUM

From Kyoto to the world. Japanese interior goods for western-style rooms.

Osaka Suzuki
Tin Ware

The ionization effects of the tin container makes alcohol taste smooth.

TAKEFU KNIFE VILLAGE

Stylish knives incorporating industrial design, created using the tradition of "Echizen Uchihamono."

Takezasadou
Woodblock Prints

Woodblock print shop in Kyoto inheriting ancient printing techniques.

The291 Fukui Sabae
Eyeglass Frames

Functional and comfortable Japanese eyeglass frames made with the high skills of Sabae, one of the three top eyeglass producing regions of the world.

Echizen Lacquerware

Echizen lacquerware has been preferred for over 1,500 years as a high quality lacquerware with a solid and elegant lacquer.

"Hide" Yamamoto Knife Factory
Sakai Uchihamono Knives

Authentic Sakai knives that professional chefs and cooking artists worldwide have put their trust in for their own personal use.